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Felix Grants An Interview
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Felix Grants An Interview |
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Robert E. Jordan Member Rara Avis
since 2008-01-25
Posts 8541Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 
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Felix is sitting at a table in the Paradise Lost Café. He has decided to grant a series of interviews. What questions would you pose to Felix, for his response? Bobby |
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effjayel Senior Member
since 2007-09-30
Posts 1474At the Crossroads of Infinity |
1: What can the cicvic leaders do to ensure the next generation of kids do not have to go through some of the things Felix has had to endure 2: What facilities are needed to keep the kids safe & off the streets 3: Would Felix be prepared to go into local schools / youth centres and talk about his experiences |
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Robert E. Jordan Member Rara Avis
since 2008-01-25
Posts 8541Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
Yo John, How you doing? In answer to your questions: 1. The only “civil authorities” I know of are the cops. Some are good, some are bad. Other than that, I don’t know theses “civil authorities”. I’m afraid I can’t help you there. 2. I always liked going to Beth Eden Settlement House. They taught you how to do fun stuff, like building models. If you didn’t want to do that, you could play basketball in the gym with your mates. Or you could do some boxing, or watch other kids settle their scores. The settlement house was fun. More churches and the like should think about supporting them. The settlement house was very handy in the winter time when it's cold out side. Summer times, they had a baseball team that I liked playing on. We played teams from other settlement houses. I hear the Police Athletic League does some fun things too. You get to know the cops. Some are okay, and fun. 3. Would I talk to other kids about my experiences? No, I wouldn’t. They have problems of their own. If you put some money in it, I could make something up to feed them. You know how I am about money. Felix |
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JamesMichael Member Empyrean
since 1999-11-16
Posts 33336Kapolei, Hawaii, USA |
They say when someone lives a hard life they can be broken or they can gain strength and virtues...for example wisdom, compassion, empathy...what is your take on this? |
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Robert E. Jordan Member Rara Avis
since 2008-01-25
Posts 8541Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
James, I think you have nailed it. I would consider someone that becomes greedy, and grasping as someone that is broken. Felix |
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1slick_lady Member Ascendant
since 2000-12-22
Posts 6088standing on a shadow's lace |
1.who is your hero felix? 2. and who taught you to love so tenderly? |
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Robert E. Jordan Member Rara Avis
since 2008-01-25
Posts 8541Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
Dear 1slick_lady, Thanks for asking Hon. That has to be Jesus of Nazareth on both counts. I was very impressed by his Sermon on the Mount. That "Father forgive them...line kinda got me too. Mom kinda helped me along too. Love Felix |
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1slick_lady Member Ascendant
since 2000-12-22
Posts 6088standing on a shadow's lace |
funny that's what i would have answered too He saved me from myself |
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Robert E. Jordan Member Rara Avis
since 2008-01-25
Posts 8541Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
Dear 1slick_lady, He left me with the feeling that I was worth something. Felix/Bobby |
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JamesMichael Member Empyrean
since 1999-11-16
Posts 33336Kapolei, Hawaii, USA |
Robert I'm glad you have taken hold of the good and the gains...James |
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Robert E. Jordan Member Rara Avis
since 2008-01-25
Posts 8541Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
Thanks James, I always grab what I can. It's my nature. Bobby |
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Roniece Dawson-Bruce Member Ascendant
since 2000-01-29
Posts 5689Sydney, Australia |
my questions to Felix if I may are: 1. does Felix have any regrets? 2. would Felix like to be a certain age again to relive his experiences? and if so, what age? 3. does the bad stuff what Felix experienced outweigh the good stuff ? I'm hoping you say no to this one as I would like to think of Felix having good memories to cherish too... thanks in advance Bobby, I hope I'm not too late to ask the above... love RDB Be kind at heart....for everyone you meet has their own battle to fight......... |
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simon Member
since 2008-01-14
Posts 440London, England |
Erm, 'what is your favourite colour...?' Only joking, I would like to ask Felix 'What kept him going and what advice he would give others who find themselves in a similar circumstance?' |
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Robert E. Jordan Member Rara Avis
since 2008-01-25
Posts 8541Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
Dear RDB, In answer to your questions, in order: 1. No 2. I like being seventy-two years old. People are nice to you at that age. 3. The good stuff has the bad stuff beat hands-down. It’s been a great trip. Thanks for asking Hon. Love Bobby |
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Robert E. Jordan Member Rara Avis
since 2008-01-25
Posts 8541Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
Simon, My favorite color is red. I know, wrong answer. The money kept Felix going. My advice is to get as much of the money up-front as you can, then get out of there as fast as you can. Bobby |
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Roniece Dawson-Bruce Member Ascendant
since 2000-01-29
Posts 5689Sydney, Australia |
thanks Bobby... I only wish people had been nicer to Felix as he was growing up...I would have been nice to him for sure... appreciate your responses and I think you are just fine as you are in my eyes...  love RDB Be kind at heart....for everyone you meet has their own battle to fight......... |
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Robert E. Jordan Member Rara Avis
since 2008-01-25
Posts 8541Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
Dear RDB, Thanks Hon for your kindness. I gotta go get ready for Mass. Christ is risen! Bobby |
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